Lithuania Crypto Exchange — Compliant Development
Launch a crypto exchange in Lithuania with compliance controls mapped to Bank of Lithuania and MiCA. Block Intelligence builds production software; independent counsel handles licensing.
Compliance scope
Lithuania · Crypto Exchange
Lithuania supervises crypto-asset service providers under MiCA through Bank of Lithuania (Bank of Lithuania). Firms offering exchange, custody, advisory, or other CASP services must obtain authorization and meet prudential, governance, and AML requirements before serving clients in the EU.
| Jurisdiction | Lithuania |
|---|---|
| Regulator | Bank of Lithuania |
| Product | Crypto Exchange |
Software
Built-in compliance controls
- Order book, matching engine, and trade surveillance hooks
- KYC/AML onboarding and PEP/sanctions screening integration
- Hot/cold wallet segregation and withdrawal approval queues
- Market abuse monitoring and admin compliance dashboards
- Audit logs, STR export hooks, and regulator reporting APIs
- Integration of KYC processes directly into the exchange platform
- Real-time AML transaction monitoring and reporting
- Automated audit logs for all transactions and user activities
Block Intelligence provides technology development and compliance-oriented software architecture. We are not a law firm. Licensing and regulatory advice is provided by independent legal partners in each jurisdiction. Information is current as of 2026-03-01 and subject to change.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- What compliance controls are needed for a crypto exchange in Lithuania?
- Compliance controls for a crypto exchange in Lithuania include KYC, AML monitoring, transaction auditing, and secure customer data management.
- Can I operate a crypto exchange without a license in Lithuania?
- No, operating a crypto exchange in Lithuania without a CASP authorization from the Bank of Lithuania is illegal.
- How does Block Intelligence assist with crypto exchange compliance?
- Block Intelligence provides software solutions that integrate compliance controls and collaborates with legal partners for licensing assistance.